Archive for January, 2009
Where were you when it happened?
Posted by roanne in Personal Moods, Politics on January 21, 2009
January 21, 2008 marks the history as the first African-American President sworn into office as the 44th President of the United States.
The whole event proved to be momentous, heartwarming and spectacular. It’s not because of the celebrities who entertained the millions tuned in worldwide with their witty speeches, one-liners and performances. It’s not because of the big names in all fields, particularly that of US politics, who donned their most fashionable garb–some even in haute couture. It’s because of one man who just changed the course of history.
President Barack Obama’s inaugural speech was succinct yet teemed with strong, powerful words. I, for instance, would definitely concur that it’s not him, the figure head, that represents the country, but the citizens themselves. In retrospect, the speech is underscored in three words–WE ARE ONE.
I was glued on the boob tube when it happened. Honestly, it’s not much of my concern. Being the apolitical one, I can hardly talk about politics with pure indignation. I can opine much for few social issues here and there, but I don’t press issues to the point of refuting my side to others dissimilar of my own. Read the rest of this entry »
Do you really, really want an expensive cellphone?
Posted by roanne in Boucheron, Techie Stuff, Vertu on January 19, 2009
Many of you would concur that most Filipino yuppies just can’t take their hands off the latest gadgets. Thus, they feverishly keep on updating and upgrading their stuff every now and then. Call it a trend, a status symbol, a sheer cry away from boredom, whatever, but wait ’til you see this cellphone bling-bling that’s way more expensive than your iPhone 3G or Nokia communicator.
Eat your heart out with this Vertu Boucheron 150 made of solid GOLD:
Vertu teamed up with French jewellery house, Boucheron, for this extra luxurious phone in commemoration of the latter’s 150th anniversary.
“It took 1,000 hours to cut into shape, 700 hours to hand polish, and more than 500 hours to build”, says the phone designer.
It comes with an exquisite wooden box made by Reuge, well-known Swiss makers of artisan music boxes to date. Upon opening the box, it plays Vertu’s signature Sandpiper ringtone with its custom-built brass music drum in it.
If you’re ogling to get own one and satiate your precious, imeldific frivolities in life, you can own half of the Philippines have it for a shocking price tag of $30,000. 
Salvation Road starts here[?]
Posted by roanne in Personal Moods on January 16, 2009
God shows up when you least expect it. I said that based on experience, as I’m finally redeeming my faith to a new religion. I asked for signs since my time for divine consciousness began. I was in the verge of resolving which road to travel from the meandering paths placed before me. I was in a state of turmoil, of disturbing confusion wistfully thinking if religion is actually a necessity in one’s life.
Of course, answers won’t just pop out right then and there. I’ve been surrounded by different people from all walks of life, all with diverse religions and diverse opinions–or should I say–beliefs. They’ve gave me hints of ideas. On the other hand, they’ve made me more baffled. I remember falling to a stage of utter disbelief. Purporting to be agnostic, I tried getting rid of spiritualism off my system. I didn’t go to church, nor even pray.
Yet, during those dark ages, I often felt like there’s something missing, and everything seems so wrong with this world. I experience mishaps more than a layman’s life entails. Right then and there, I felt so empty. Material possessions could only suffice as merely an appetizer to spoil my insatiable thirst for happiness. Everybody wants to be happy, no matter how it is defined. Read the rest of this entry »
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